According to the most recent annual report from student accommodation portal StuRents, the number of purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) beds has slowed by 66.6% since 2019 and the supply shortage is predicted to worsen, with an estimated shortfall of 490,000 beds by 2026. According to the report, the annual increase Read More ->
Understanding tenant eviction law ensures the protection of property and investment and upholds the legal rights of tenants. This article provides a clear guide to navigating the eviction laws in the UK. It is worth noting that landlord and tenant mediation services should be employed if the relationship between tenant Read More ->
The UK property market has undergone significant changes in recent years and there has been an influx of property investors buying property through a limited company. This is particularly after the introduction of Section 24 Finance (No.2) Act of April 2017. Section 24 is legislation which prescribes that private landlords Read More ->
By Lynne Swanson, Legal Executive, Percy Hughes & Roberts Solicitors. A Section 21 notice is a legal mechanism through which landlords can evict a tenant at the conclusion of a tenancy period, without any reason other than that the lease has reached its end. It is currently one of two Read More ->
For the King & Queen’s coronation, we wanted to do something a little different to celebrate their dedication to the environment and fashion over the past seven decades. While many royal residences such as Clarence House, Buckingham Palace and Balmoral Castle are lavish and grandiose, have you ever wondered what Read More ->
Are you already a landlord or thinking of investing in buy-to-lets? You’ll no doubt be doing a lot of research, and just one of the things you need to know about is tax. Have a read of this guide on landlord tax to help you on your way. A few Read More ->
Whether you are buying a property to reside in, to let out or just to visit when you want a bit of sunshine. Buying property abroad can be different to buying in the UK. Every country has their own set of laws, legal systems and steps regarding property which can Read More ->
With it being Autumn and the season for fireworks, PPO are taking a look into fireworks and the local community. You may have seen already that local news outlets have raised the issue of fireworks and problems that locals have faced. On the 5th of November in Leeds, riot Police Read More ->
In this blog we cover what inheritance tax is, where it applies, and how you may be able to reduce its impact if it applies to you. What is Inheritance Tax? Inheritance tax can be applied when estate is transferred after the owner has passed away. The standard rate is Read More ->
Wherever your property is, you may have issues with neighbours regarding where your property ends and where their finishes. Sometimes, there can be confusion between who owns certain tress, fences, hedges between houses. This article intends to look through everything regarding regulations around a property’s boundaries. According to the Government’s Read More ->
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